Wet Lab Technician Yale University

1. Researches and collects data through complex laboratory/scientific experiments, techniques, and procedures; library research; structured interviews; or through other means for research projects. Interprets, synthesizes, and analyzes data using scientific or statistical techniques. 2. Modifies and plans research experiments, procedures, tests, or survey instruments. Assists in research design. Writes and edits material for publication and presentation. Reports on status of research activities. 3. Oversees and instructs research and support staff on technical procedures, equipment operation, and laboratory maintenance. Schedules and coordinates research activities. Sets up, operates, and maintains laboratory equipment and apparatus. Modifies equipment according to experimental specifications. 4. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies. May monitor hazardous work areas and laboratory safety. Prepares related reports. May prepare financial information and monitor budgets. 5. Performs additional functions incidental to research activities.

Required Skill/ability 1: Demonstrated ability to conduct laboratory research, follow protocols, and ensure high quality data and/or specimen collection and processing.

Required Skill/ability 2: Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage lab supplies, specimens, and equipment. Ability to have excellent attention to detail in this domain.

Required Skill/ability 3: Ability to work effectively as part of a research team involving faculty, staff, students, and external partners.

Required Skill/ability 4: Ability to work independently when needed but also to take direction from multiple team members in order to maintain smooth lab operations and adherence to scientific and safety protocols.

Required Skill/ability 5: Demonstrated experience working in a setting that involved handling laboratory chemicals, biochemicals, and/or biological specimens.

Preferred Education: B.S. in chemistry, biology, or related field. Two or more years of experience in a biological or biomedical setting involving human subjects. Proficiency with lab inventory software such as FreezerPro. Background in applied chemistry, including GC/MS techniques and/or chemical decontamination. Fluency in Spanish and/or interest in foreign travel a plus.

Work Week: Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Posting Position Title: Research Assistant 2 MS

University Job Title: Wet Lab Technician

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: B.S. in chemistry, biology, or related field. Two or more years of experience in a biological or biomedical setting involving human subjects. Proficiency with lab inventory software such as FreezerPro. Background in applied chemistry, including GC/MS techniques and/or chemical decontamination. Fluency in Spanish and/or interest in foreign travel a plus.

Two years of related work experience in the same job family and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.